US bill seeks to block mandatory GMO food labeling by statesReutersA Republican congressman from Kansas introduced legislation that would nullify efforts in multiple states to require labeling of genetically modified foods. The bill, dubbed the "Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act" was drafted by U.S. Rep. Mike Pompeo from Kansas, and is aimed at overriding bills in roughly two dozen states that would require foods made with genetically engineered crops to be labeled as such.

Swanky vitamin therapy lounge opens in CanadaMetroNews CanadaWith leather reclining chairs, soft lighting, indie music and flat-screen TVs, passers-by might mistake the latest business to open in this swanky downtown Vancouver, Canada, neighborhood for a typical lounge or spa. But they do a double take when they look through Yaletown storefront's windows to see plastic bags hanging from IV stands dripping fluids into customers' veins.

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Stroke, meningitis, Alzheimer's caused by Lyme diseaseGuardian Liberty VoiceMeningitis, stroke, and Alzheimer's disease each have a striking, but not well-known connection, and that is Lyme disease. This condition has been found to cause many health problems, and scientists are still discovering new connections every year. Kevin Bacon recently said, "Lyme Disease is a truly national epidemic, and a real health crisis."

Ears, noses grown from stem cells in lab dishesCBS NewsIn a north London hospital, scientists are growing noses, ears and blood vessels in the laboratory in a bold attempt to make body parts using stem cells. It is among several labs around the world, including in the U.S., that are working on the futuristic idea of growing custom-made organs in the lab.

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Lyme disease threat in surprising placesThe Huffington PostIf you are living in Connecticut, upstate New York or Long Island you may very well be aware of Lyme disease, from friends and family who have had Lyme or even news reports. You may approach the outdoors with some caution, wearing long pants tucked into socks in an effort to ward off ticks. But what if you live in California, the Midwest or Canada? Research tells us that you could also be at risk for Lyme.

We are a drug addicted nation and it's not only 100 percent legal, but it's encouragedChicagoNow (commentary)Jessica Gardner writes: "I've previously discussed that I take two prescription for two chronic problems that I have. More than anything, I'd like to be able to stop taking these medications either because the problems are fixed or because I've found a way to manage them through more natural (i.e., non-chemical based) ways. I've spoken to both doctors who treat these conditions and we all agree that there are some ways to achieve my goals without popping pills, although for a variety of reasons, we've decided to do this slowly and will probably wait until I have a new job."

Dutch doctors should use alternative therapies moreIamExpatDoctors in the Netherlands should make more use of alternative therapies such as acupuncture and music therapy when treating their patients, said The Netherlands Organisation for Health Research and Development in a new report.

Removing copper from body could slow cancerPubMed Health"Copper can block growth of rare cancer," is the rather unclear headline in The Daily Telegraph. Researchers have found that a drug that reduces the amount of copper in the body may also be able to lessen the growth of some kinds of tumors.

Dad's extra pounds tied to kid's risk for autism disordersMedPage TodayPaternal obesity was strongly associated with increased risk for several autism spectrum disorders in children, according to a population-based study. Children of obese fathers had an increased risk for developing autistic disorder and Asperger disorder, and the risk grew with increasing body mass index.

Wal-Mart aims to push organic foods into mainstreamChicago TribuneWal-Mart is trying to make organic food more accessible to its budget-conscious shoppers. The nation's largest retailer is making a bigger bet on the fast-growing category, teaming with Wild Oats to sell organic packaged food priced in line with conventional foods and at least 25 percent less than other organic brands it carries.